4 Day Camp - Palaeontology for Kids: Fossils, Dinosaurs, Evolution, Extinctions
An intermediate introduction to palaeontology for teenagers. Suitable for kids who already know a bit about the subject but want to learrn more advanced scientific methods and ideas. Covering famous fossil sites and excavation techniques.
Dr Pete PhD Earth Science Philosophy Geology
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What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Intermediate - Advanced Level
Welcome to my 4 day summer camp on "Palaeontology for Kids" Covering fossil hunting, famous fossil site, the evolution of animals, plants and humans and fossil excavation techniques. This is not a basic class so younger students may find it more difficult unless they are advanced for their age or already keen on the subject. I teach using a lecture style with multi-media powerpoint slides with opportunities for questions. We will cover the following subjects: 1) Sedimentary rocks and how fossils are made 2) The Evolution of animals, plants and humans 3) The Dinosaur Extinction: Asteroid or Volcanoes 4) Famous fossil sites ad excavation techniques Please contact me with any other questions.
Learning Goals
Students will gain a good understanding in palaeontology
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Learning Needs
Structured lecture classes, so participation optional, relieves anxiety
Mixed media slides appeal to different learning styles
Engaging topics keeps attention
Slides can be seen before class
Parental Guidance
Some classes talk about Global Warming and Climate Change causing more frequent natural disasters. It also talks about mass extinctions including the possibility of humans causing one now (including ourselves) and has some drawn images of animals dying to become fossils. It is delivered in a upbeat manner with positive solutions (eg: switching to renewable energy), but the more sensative students may find these topics distressing.
Pre-Requisites
No previous experience required but please note this is not a basic class, so younger students may find it more challenging unless they are already very keen on this subject.
Joined December, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
3 Degrees
Doctoral Degree from University of Nottingham
Master's Degree in Science from Imperial College London
Bachelor's Degree in Science from University of Bristol
I have a BSc in Geology and an MSc in Geophysics (and a PhD in Philosophy) and have chosen the most interesting and exciting subjects to teach to get young minds fascinated by Earth Sciences.Reviews
Live Group Class
$80
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
50 min
Completed by 6 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
3-18 learners per class
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